Ammar S. Jeff S. Troy H. Dean S. Josh S. Vickie S.Assigned theme: False Sense of Control
Your group’s discussion should prove the existence of the theme in the novel AND extend beyond the text by sharing current event issues that connect to the theme.
FIRST-- explore the existence of the theme throughout the text
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: At what different times do some characters reveal a false sense of control over situations? A sense of permanency surfaces at times, yet how do characters overcome it? What ideas or possessions do characters attempt to control as a way to seek purpose for themselves? What disappointments do characters face as a result of their false sense of control? How do characters become humbled or become enlightened (personally grow) in realizing their false sense of control?
SECOND--connect the theme to 21st century America by searching and reviewing current media.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS: In what way do individuals hold a false sense of control over situations? A sense of permanency surfaces in situations within our society at times, yet how do individuals overcome it? Within our society, what ideas or possessions do individuals attempt to control as a way to seek purpose for themselves? What disappointments do individuals face in our society as a result of their false sense of control? What individuals have become humbled or have become enlightened (personally grown) in realizing their false sense of control?
Ammar S. Jeff S. Troy H. Dean S. Josh S. Vickie S.Assigned theme: False Sense of Control
Your group’s discussion should prove the existence of the theme in the novel AND extend beyond the text by sharing current event issues that connect to the theme.
FIRST-- explore the existence of the theme throughout the text
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:At what different times do some characters reveal a false sense of control over situations?
A sense of permanency surfaces at times, yet how do characters overcome it?
What ideas or possessions do characters attempt to control as a way to seek purpose for themselves?
What disappointments do characters face as a result of their false sense of control?
How do characters become humbled or become enlightened (personally grow) in realizing their false sense of control?
SECOND--connect the theme to 21st century America by searching and reviewing current media.
CONSIDER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS:In what way do individuals hold a false sense of control over situations?
A sense of permanency surfaces in situations within our society at times, yet how do individuals overcome it?
Within our society, what ideas or possessions do individuals attempt to control as a way to seek purpose for themselves?
What disappointments do individuals face in our society as a result of their false sense of control?
What individuals have become humbled or have become enlightened (personally grown) in realizing their false sense of control?